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FV05 VLC

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

108,514 mi
Last recorded108,514 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 VLC
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 6 Feb 2020 108,514 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 98,446 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 Feb 2019 98,376 miles

Emissions not tested Fumes delivered by this vehicle are environmentally unacceptable, exhaust smoke exiting from under bonnet during fast idle testing. Carbon monoxide Hydro carbons and lambda readings excessive and not possible to continue due to health hazards. (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Arm rear bush has excess movement affecting braking and stability. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel badly distorted Major buckle showing to inner and outer structure of wheel (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts wiring within wheel arch not secured potentially coming into contact with tyre during steering activities. (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Feb 2018 88,281 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 79,976 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 75,040 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 68,292 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both front tyres worn inner edge

Pass 19 Feb 2014 61,804 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 55,968 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 48,630 miles

Child seat fitted to rear seats (belts not tested)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 40,776 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 33,773 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 27,183 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 20,249 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Focus C-max?

Based on 1,326,487 MOT tests across 79,932 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
6,909
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
79,932
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,238
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26,690
Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect 24,018
Registration plate lamp not working 21,723
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 19,411
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FV05 VLC is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Ford Focus C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 73,496 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Focus C-max fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV05 VLC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus C-max typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Focus C-max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FV05 VLC registered?

FV05 VLC is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 6 July 2005.

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